Lutheran Facebook feeds are buzzing right now as a link listing Planned Parenthood as an organization to which members can direct their Choice dollars is … Thrivent and Planned ParenthoodRead more
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Straighten it out…
In baseball, when someone hits a foul ball, the coach says “Straighten it out.†There is quick recognition that regardless of how hard the player … Straighten it out…Read more
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The Reality of Dismissed yet not Defrocked Pastors
When I presented my paper about whether a pastor could be dismissed for any reason by a congregation, there was one main thing that made … The Reality of Dismissed yet not Defrocked PastorsRead more
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Women’s Suffrage in the Church
Before anyone has a coronary issue requiring emergency services, this post is not about about trying to take voting rights away from women who have … Women’s Suffrage in the ChurchRead more
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Old Glory in the Place of Glory
At our district convention, I was pleased to see that an altar was brought in to be used in worship. It gave evidence that this … Old Glory in the Place of GloryRead more
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Thinking about Church Growth
Church growth. It is a phrase tossed around a lot. Some use this word to talk about a movement in the church on earth which … Thinking about Church GrowthRead more
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Why I spoke against TCN
At the Kansas District Convention, we discussed the program called TCN (Transforming Churches Network) that is being used in many of our districts. Actually, more … Why I spoke against TCNRead more
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Mentor and Dad: 40 Years
Today, my dad celebrates 40 years of ministry. Yes, 40 years ago my dad had placed upon his shoulders the stole that it marks those … Mentor and Dad: 40 YearsRead more
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Triune Testifying
God spreads the Gospel message of his kingdom in two different way through two different types of people. He uses pastors according to their vocation … Triune TestifyingRead more
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News Release: Google, Inc. acquires LCMS, Inc.
St. Louis, MO – April 2, 2012 In an unexpected move, Google has today purchased LCMS, Inc. Immediately upon acquisition, the trademark burgundy cross of … News Release: Google, Inc. acquires LCMS, Inc.Read more